Category Archives: humor

The Importance of Being Seven: A 44 Scotland Street Novel – Alexander McCall Smith

Posted on July 2, 2012 by

Once again we are provided with a glimpse into the lives of the Edinburgh residents of  Scotland Street, and once again it is a delight, filled with humor and philosophical musings. Matt and Elspeth are settling into life as newlyweds.  … Continue reading →

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Catacombs: A Tale of the Barque Cats – Anne McCaffrey and Elizabeth Scarborough

Posted on February 26, 2012 by

The Barque Cats are introduced in the first book of the series, Catalyst.  They are full-fledged members of space ships and share a bond with their Cat Persons.  As the story progresses, a mysterious cat, Pshw-Ra appears on the scene … Continue reading →

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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Flies Again – Frank Cottrell Boyce

Posted on January 14, 2012 by

I am a fan of the author’s writing, especially Cosmic, and I have such fond memories of Ian Fleming’s Chitty Chitty Bang Bang: The Magical Car, that I was eager to read this new book.  Before reading it, I pulled … Continue reading →

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